Objectives

• After studying this unit, you should be able to
• describe various types of fuel oil.
• list and describe the characteristics associated with fuel oil.
• describe different methods for storing fuel oil.
• explain how oil tanks are sized.
• explain the importance of periodic oil tank inspection.
• describe how fuel oil and air are prepared and mixed in the oil burner unit for combustion.
• list products produced as a result of combustion of fuel oil.
• list the components of gun-type oil burners.
• describe basic service procedures for oil burner components.
• sketch wiring diagrams of the oil burner primary control system and the fan circuit.
• state tests used to determine oil burner efficiency.
• explain corrective actions that may be taken to improve burner efficiency, as indicated from the results of each test.
• describe preventive maintenance procedures.

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